Katherine Prevallet
  • Oviedo, FL
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Katherine Prevallet commented on Susan's video
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Common Tension Mistakes on Sewing Machines

"I would love to see more videos like this concerning easy to do mistakes on the machine itself.  So many things can be fixed by yourself if you only know what the issue is.  This instructor was very straight forward and easy to understand."
Aug 18, 2011
Katherine Prevallet replied to the discussion 'Threads : Which do you use?' in the group Help Me Learn to Sew!
"I have a strict policy when it comes to thread; don't EVER buy the cheap stuff.  I sew mostly with cotton fabric for children's clothes and always use Gutterman cotton thread.  I made the mistake early on in my career to save…"
Jan 13, 2011
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Nov 6, 2010
Katherine Prevallet commented on the blog post 'Nai'Lahs dress'
"I've sewn a few short jackets using two PR patterns and I would say they required an intermediate sewing knowledge level/skill. I do not think they are made for beginners. They frustrated me a little at times, so I can only imagine what it…"
Aug 24, 2010
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Jul 13, 2010
Birdie replied to the discussion 'Finishing edges of a seam allowance' in the group Help Me Learn to Sew!
"I've used a zigzag, but you need to have plenty of allowance. If not, the fabric will roll & bunch. Try using a zigzag stitch and trim off excess."
Oct 23, 2009
HeyJudee replied to the discussion 'Finishing edges of a seam allowance' in the group Help Me Learn to Sew!
"Here is some info on how to finish raw seams. Hope this gives you more ideas for future sewing projects. http://sew4home.com/tips-resources/sewing-tips-tricks/332-finishing-raw-seams-sewing-machine-or-serger"
Oct 6, 2009
Diane and Katherine Prevallet are now friends
Oct 4, 2009
Katherine Prevallet commented on the group 'Help Me Learn to Sew!'
"I need some help or guidance concerning snaps. I have started working on a lot of projects recently that require them. I tried the plastic sew ons and found them to not be worth the $. They were so flimsy and came unsnapped too easily. The metal sew…"
Sep 21, 2009
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Aug 6, 2009
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Aug 6, 2009
Katherine Prevallet replied to the discussion 'Finishing edges of a seam allowance' in the group Help Me Learn to Sew!
"Thanks ladies!"
Aug 6, 2009
HeyJudee replied to the discussion 'Finishing edges of a seam allowance' in the group Help Me Learn to Sew!
"Here's a link that explains different types of finishes. Hope this helps. http://www.sewingsupport.com/seam-finishes.html"
Aug 6, 2009
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Finishing edges of a seam allowance

I started working on a pattern that tells me to finish the edges of each side of my seam allowance and then to press open. I understand the concept that I need to sew at the very edge of each side to prevent it from unraveling. But, what type of stitch am I supposed to use for this?
Aug 6, 2009
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Katherine Prevallet added a discussion to the group Help Me Learn to Sew!
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Finishing edges of a seam allowance

I started working on a pattern that tells me to finish the edges of each side of my seam allowance and then to press open. I understand the concept that I need to sew at the very edge of each side to prevent it from unraveling. But, what type of stitch am I supposed to use for this?
Aug 6, 2009
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Katherine Prevallet replied to the discussion 'Thread Tangles Up!!' in the group Help Me Learn to Sew!
"I am another newbie who is learning by trial, but I thought I would try to help. Make sure you are holding onto the bottom and top thread before starting your stitch. Pull out enough thread on the top and bottom to allow you to hold them. Once it…"
Aug 3, 2009

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I am an awesome:
Sewing beginner. My mother tried to teach me when I was in high school, but I didn't think much of it. Now that I have a 4 month old baby girl I have decided to start sewing again. I want to start with baby clothes and then I'll try the harder things for mommy.
My sewing interests are:
garment
My sewing machine(s):
Brother 2600i

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